Maya Childs

Clinical Research Coordinator, Nudge Unit

Maya Childs is a clinical research coordinator at the Penn Medicine Nudge Unit, focusing her efforts on the Behavioral Science & Analytics for Injury Reduction (BeSAFIR) Lab portfolio.

Maya graduated from Tulane University, earning a bachelor’s degree and honors in psychology, with double minors in Africana studies and public health. In addition, she received the Faculty Memorial Award in Psychology and Top 20 Service Leaders Award. Maya is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated^®.

A native of Philadelphia and an aspiring physician, Maya is passionate about service. She advocates for the medical, educational, professional, and cultural advancement of marginalized populations. She is honored to work on BeSAFIR projects, studying public health disparities and crises in inner-city populations to promote injury reduction interventions and mechanisms.

More about Maya Childs

What’s your wish for the future of health and medicine?

My wish is that the future of medicine reflects equity, accessibility, and widespread representation, in a commitment to protecting the health and human rights of all people.

Favorite quote about innovation

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure." - M.W.

Favorite downtime activity

I love to read, travel, and enjoy good cuisine!